Description
This creamy and flavorful Bean Dip Recipe made with refried beans, cheeses, and spices is a perfect appetizer for parties or casual gatherings. Baked until hot and bubbly, it pairs wonderfully with crunchy tortilla chips for dipping.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 cup picante sauce
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese (4 ounces)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 jalapeño, stems and seeds removed, finely diced
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Garnish
- 2 green onions, chopped
Serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the refried beans, picante sauce, shredded Pepper Jack cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, softened cream cheese, diced jalapeño, chili powder, and ground cumin. Use a hand mixer to blend everything together until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixed bean dip into a large skillet or a square baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly throughout.
- Garnish and Serve: After baking, stir the dip lightly, then sprinkle the chopped green onions on top. Serve immediately with tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of heat by using less jalapeño or substituting with a milder pepper.
- For a smoother dip, blend the ingredients thoroughly with a hand mixer.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Adding extra cheese on top before baking can create a nice cheesy crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
